His Needs

Dominant Bosses #3

by Ajme Williams

I tried it all…
I hated him in the way that he deserved.
I resisted him in the way that I knew best.

But I failed.
Miserably.
It was easier to hate Claude but harder to stay out of his bed.
He wanted to win.
He wanted to control me.
And he wanted to make me submit.
The worse part?
I let him do those things.
I satisfied his billion-dollar ego by letting him adore my curves.
Falling in love with a bad boy was a… bad idea.
But Claude wasn’t just that.
He was also my enemy.
An enemy that now had my heart.
Could I still reclaim it knowing that this bad boy was going to be the end of my sanity?
What if a part of me craved to be destroyed by him?

Dominant bosses, sassy bbw’s, loads of office drama and angst! Each book in the series can be read on it’s own, promises oodles of kindle melting heat and of course, a very passionate happily ever after. His Needs is Claude and Felicia’s story.
Books do not have to be read in order.

Genres: Romance, Enemies To Lovers

264 pages, Kindle Edition

Published May 20, 2021

About the author

Ajme Williams - mother, wife, daughter, dreamer, an avid reader and a writer.
When she's not writing romance, Ajme can be seen sipping coffee, gorging on dark chocolate, exercising, or travelling with family and friends. Cooking is therapeutic for her and she drools over Italian food...and men.
What to expect from her books?
Ajme loves variety, so expect a lot of second chances, secret babies, office romances, big fat fake weddings, curvy heroines and alpha heroes. HEA? Always, baby!
If you're a fan of emotional angsty contemporary romance, then you'll enjoy Ajme Williams.

Reviews

[☆☆Hannah☆☆ · Rating 3 out of 5]

This was a good read. Claude is man who gets what he wants and he wants to get his hands on a shipping company. Felicia knows she shouldn't be attracted to him but she can't help herself. Luckily in the end everything works out for them and they get their happy ending.

[Dee · Rating 5 out of 5]

The addition starts with the book cover….yeah…yeah…yeah don’t judge a book by its cover they say ….well we all do it and this one here it is the scratch to your itch or better yet the filling to your oreos! Speaking of filling…..wait, that’s for later. Within the first chapters you get the panoramic view of whom you’re dealing with!
By the time you’ve figured out who is who and how deep hate can run, you’re already hooked, and you may as well give up the fight and prepare yourself for an all-nighter!

Can’t say I didn’t warn you.

(Believe me when I say you won’t put it down until the last page is read…you will find yourself getting upset cause someone called, texted or bothered you while reading this one, you will find yourself up at ungodly hours just to finish it knowing you have to be at work early (like 3am early) the very next day) YOU HAVE BEEN WARNED!!!
This series is amazing although, each book reads as a standalone however, why would you read just one when the characters flow from story to story. This one is about Felicia has worked with Williams Shipping for a long time it is like her family however, Claude is doing everything in his power to takeover the shipping company. Ryker, we met in the previous book is Felicia’s boss and good friend refuses to let his company go Claude decides to make his life a living -let’s say makes it really hard throwing curveballs left and right to derail forcing his hand in selling his company. Felica was assigned to deal with Claude learns he is arrogant, coldhearted, all that matters is growing his business (he has so much money so that’s not his driving force) and no one or nothing affects him or so she thinks Claude realizes he hasn’t met a woman who was just as headstrong as himself, stands up for herself, and won’t allow him to push her around and that turns him on in more ways than one. He also realizes she is smart; she can be queen shark in shark infested waters, tough and gives back as good as she gets also, realizing she is the one person he will continue to rile up. If you read any of the previous books, then you already know we are dealing with men who love their control and when they love they love hard. So, what happens when emotional bonds weren’t on the menu, and attachments certainly weren’t supposed to form. But when fate put things in place and love rears her beautiful head and throws yet another wrench into the works can they have happiness? What happens with Williams Shipping?

[Jenny Harris · Rating 4 out of 5]

I received this book with the understanding that I could leave a voluntary and honest review. This book can be read as a stand alone but I recommend reading them in order so not to reveal any secrets.

In this book we get Felicia Collins and Claude Monroe's story. If there is anyone Felicia shouldn't have feelings for it is definitely Claude. Claude is after Felicia's boss Ryan's company and will steep to any underhanded trick to get it. When she is put in charge of keeping and eye on and keep a reign on Claude while her boss is oversees she thinks no problem. The more time she spends near the man the more she wonders if that is true. There is just something about that man that makes her want more from him and she knows she can't have it all so she must choose between the man she wants and the man she has been loyal to all these years. Claude has had a terrible childhood. Now his only goals are money and power, no attachments. He feels that he is safer this way. This works great for him until he meets Felicia. She stirs something inside him that he has never felt before. Will these two find a HEA or will it all be two much and will they push each other away?

Amazing story by this author. This story has you drag in with the characters and you won't want to let go even when the story ends. I would highly recommend it to anyone and everyone.

[Chin · Rating 3 out of 5]

A romance with 90% being arguments, disagreements, indifference and distrust? No thank you! Even though Claude was portrayed to be this cruel man I didn’t think he was ( not withstanding the Marilyn thing that was distasteful and cold hearted )but it’s business that’s how business works. That’s how the 1% remain the 1%. Just like the 1st book Felicia frustrated me throughout and I can’t stand half way eavesdroppers, like if you gonna eavesdrop stay until the ending damn that was just unnecessary drama. I know the book revolves around business and power within the shopping world but I wanted more Claude and Felicia time ( even though she was annoying) like all the snapping about shopping politics and terminals was kind of exhausting wanted a little more swoon factor and I just got a glimpse on the yacht from Claude. And wasn’t this book about Claude and Felicia ?? Why so much still on Ryker and his fathers dream even in the epilogue it felt like though Felicia may have loved him she still had this wall of distrust up for her husband it felt like she was more loyal to Ryker than he own family husband scanning the crowd for him like girl please that’s your man now he apologized and made nice if Ryker still wants to be a panty man about it then let him. Also the epilogue felt rushed. 3.5 ⭐️

[Judy · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is the 3rd story in the Dominant Bosses Series. We have previously meet Claude in the other stories as he is a ruthless businessman without a heart trying to buy Williams Shipping a family owned business that Ryker is trying to make successful to honor his father. Claude does not always use above the board methods and when he meets Felicia, Rykers VP they have a hate hate relationship with a simmering knowledge of something more. They spare verbally and seem to enjoy it so when Claude takes Felicia while at a fundraiser for his “fiancé” and they do more then kiss Felicia is shocked that she allowed it and believes she put Ryker in a bad position. When Claude starts to feel his heart he is lost and unsure what to do and say and his 2 side kicks help him along the way. With too many secrets and neither sharing their past it makes it hard for Felicia to see that Claude is really trying with all the right reasons behind his actions that things go terribly wrong before there’s a chance to make them right. I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[Pico1 · Rating 5 out of 5]

Another terrific story in the Dominant Bosses series by Ajme Williams. While the story stands alone, knowing the back story from the first two books in the series does help to understand the other characters, and some of the problems that are dealt with in the story. Claude is the owner of a large Greek shipping company, and is trying to take over the shipping company where Felicia is the number two executive and a key person in trying to block him. Through a number of interactions, they gradually begin to develop an interest in each other although neither trusts the other – but when they are together, the passion between them is amazing. There are a number of problems that need to get resolved – many to do with Claude’s history as a boy who grew up in a wealthy family without any love, and thus he never expects to find love – but Felicia is so strong that she is able to assist him in dealing with those problems. Both Claude and Felicia are strong and interesting characters, and the other characters, most of which appeared in earlier stories in the series, are also interesting. I received a free copy of this book from Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[Clara Atkinson · Rating 5 out of 5]

Claude and Felicia meet when he tries to takeover Williams Shipping a company that she considers like a family. When her friend and boss Ryker refuses to sell him the company he attempts to make life hard for everyone involved. She is assigned to help deal with Claude as the VP of Williams Shipping. He is arrogant, coldhearted, the devil incarnate all that matters is how big his business can get because he doesn't need the money. What he doesn't realize is that Felicia isn't a pushover she is tough as nails, smart, a shark in business and will cause him chaos right back. The more havoc they throw at each other the more they seem to be drawn to each other until sparks fly. There are so many twist, turns,and drama plus some danger, heartache and passion. I loved the dynamic between the two of them and wow talk about two stubborn,strong willed people.

Another wonderful addition to the series that you just must read because these two will keep you turning the page till the end.

I received an ARC from Booksprout for my honest review.
Five ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

[JoAnne · Rating 4 out of 5]

HIS NEEDS is the third book in the DOMINANT BOSSES series and it did not disappoint. There were lots of twists and turns to the story and a nice continuation from the author's other books and not just those in this series. Claude and Felicia are at the center of the story and the book is told in alternating chapters by each of them. There was a steaminess in the telling of the tale that is part of the author's signature writing style along with lots of stories being told while artfully being woven together. The descriptions of the businesses and the various locations were vivid and made me feel like I was there.

There are family and friends, insecurities, ruthlessness, secrets, lots of loving, romance and love along with doubts, anger, tears and business dealings. There is wonderful closure with a happily ever after along with many surprises along the way to get to that point. I can't wait to meet up with the characters again in the next books in the series!

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[Shannon · Rating 5 out of 5]

I loved reading His Needs by Ajme Williams because it was such a fantastic story about Claude and Felicia. I wasn't sure I wanted to like Claude because of how ruthless he was in trying to obtain the shipping company that Felicia was the VP at. Felicia and Claude constantly were sparring and there was a huge level of mistrust between the two. Then I started to see Claude in a different light. He was ruthless, but he had a tenderness towards Felicia and that tore at my heart. There were some steamy scenes in this story and there was definitely some heartache as well. I think that Felicia challenged Claude and he liked that. He started to change and that change was for good. I loved their chemistry and their intensity for each other. I would highly recommend reading this story. You will definitely have a change of heart towards Claude, I know I did.

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[Gladys Mills · Rating 5 out of 5]

His Needs. I was blown away by this book! It was really moving and kept me engaged with the characters. I enjoyed this book and the series! Claude was a devious man. He wanted money and power. He had his mind set on buying out Ryker Williams' shipping company so he could be the richest shipper in the world. But he also detested Ryker and his company because they had something special that he wanted, family. He decides to go after Ryker through his assistant, Felicia. Felicia hated him and let him know. But it seemed to turn Claude on and made him feel things he never felt before. Their encounters were supposed to be confrontational, but all of a sudden they turned steamy and sexy. Could Felicia fall in love with her enemy and stay loyal to Ryker? You must read to find out!  I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review. *** I voluntarily read a Review Copy of this book. All opinions stated are solely my own and no one else’s. ***

[Dawn · Rating 5 out of 5]

This has to be my favorite book so far in the series. Both Claude and Felicia are broken. Claude more than Felicia, he can't help but try to take over and destroy. He has been after Williams Shipping for a while now. He has been manipulating and causing problems for the length of this series so far. He cannot stay away from Felicia. They are drawn to each like magnets. When he finally admits his attraction and can't understand why she isn't accepting his overtures, his trusty helpers set him straight. Claude takes a chance and gives up on his pursuit of Williams Shipping to gain time with Felicia. Felicia and Claude are two characters who are both craving love and connection. They have to work through the obstacles and distrust to get to their HEA.

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[Karen Wood · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is the 3rd story in the Dominant Bosses Series, and it didn't disappoint, it had twists and turns that you didn't see coming, and like the others it keeps you interested from page one to the end, I loved this book!

We have previously meet Claude in the other stories as he is a ruthless businessman without a heart trying to buy Williams Shipping a family owned business that Ryker is trying to make successful to honour his father, but he for once isn't getting his own way, he has never been challenged before like he is with Felicia the VP of Williams Shipping, he finds her attractive, loves how smart she is, how beautiful she is and knows he has to have her! meanwhile, she is drawn to him too, she hasn't a clue why but they are like magnets, they clash but there is a spark.

read this to see how Felicia and Claude get their HEA.

[Korkoi · Rating 5 out of 5]

Digging For His Buried Heart -
This is an incredibly passionate story about an Alpha Male with so many scars that a backhoe is required to chisel the way into his heart. That is until he meets the woman who can call him out on his BS and challenge him in his daily life, but still submit to him in the bedroom. Their dance around each other makes the story a thrilling read, but the most enjoyable moments are when they finally acknowledge their feelings to each other, after the intervention of a third party with an ulterior motive. I urge you to clear a few hours over the weekend before you start reading this book, because once you start reading, you won’t be able to stop until you finish.

I received an advanced copy of this book from Booksprout and I am voluntarily leaving a review.

[Magali · Rating 5 out of 5]

Very moving
I was eagerly awaiting the characters of Felicia and Claude, and the author did not disappoint me: Felicia knows that Claude wants her business down and they hate each other as much as they attract each other. He has no morals, manipulates, fakes, he's an excellent horrible character. Facing him, the difference is Felicia's morality, even though she too recognizes that she could do anything to help those she respects.
Their story is hot, tense, but at the same time sometimes light, with a simple side: they doubt so much the authenticity of the other, that they find it difficult to place their trust. They are all the more moving in their questioning, their reactions
I voluntarily reviewed an Advance Reader Copy of this book

[Shannon Patterson · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book is my favourite so far in the series. This is the third book and there is so much history and prior behaviour from Claude that i feel readers really benefit from reading other books in the series.

Claude is the big bag businessman that had forced himself into the Williams family business. Felicia is practically family and votes to stop him. Claude isn't used to dealing with strong people who don't back down. Him and Felicia do morning but but heads. The more forceful they are, the more conflict there is and the stronger their attraction becomes.

This book changed my opinion of Claude, or maybe it just changed Claude. I highly recommend it, off the charts chemistry and a story so compelling you won't be able to out it down!

[Anna · Rating 5 out of 5]

Book 3 in the Dominant Bosses Series is a must read. Once you start reading you won’t want to stop! Although it can be read as a standalone you will benefit from reading the first two books in the series.
Claude and Felicia’s story are one with lots of emotions. He is arrogant and ruthless and he is using Felicia to get what he wants. She despises him and yet she ends up falling for him and he does her as well. The story is on of push and pull between these characters along with angst, secrets, lies and lots of love and tears.
Another 5-star book from the great author. You don’t want to miss out on this book.

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[Donna · Rating 5 out of 5]

His Needs by Ajme Williams is incredible, an absolute must-read, and one you will not ever forget. Claude was soulless, had no honest feelings, devious, and was the devil reincarnate. Felicia worked for a company Claude wanted to take over and thus they were bitter enemies. These two were at each other's throats constantly. There are many surprising twists and turns in this I don't know the perfect adjective to describe Claude and Felicia's story. It defies definition. Read this wonderful romance for yourself and see why I can't describe it any better than I did but maybe you will be able to give it the adjectives it deserves.

[Karen Bryan · Rating 5 out of 5]

Felicia works for Williams Shipping and is strongly invested in the company she views as family. Claude is the typical bad boy billionaire who is doing whatever he can to get Williams Shipping for his own. Whenever they get near each other they clash. But, as strong personalities often do they collide and find another way to solve their issues and they click. This is the third book in this series and like the other two it is really good and can be read as a standalone. Ajme Williams another great book in this series.

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[Karen Lathbury · Rating 5 out of 5]

Totally enjoyed reading this story...we visit Claude, who could like him in previous books, he was trouble and not easy to like at all. Felicity and him butted heads and I loved every second knowing they were attracted to each other. Ajme has really done some of her best writing in this bundle of books that intertwine with characters from previous books. Claude has to be the least liked character so far but I love how she redeems him with his growing loved for Felicity and her understanding of what made the cold person he was....Loved this story.

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[Kathleen · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is a good enemies to lovers story.
Claude is a strong alpha male who set his life goal of money and power. He doesn't care who he uses to get it. He had a horrible childhood and does not trust easily or believe in love.
Felicia is a strong female character. She doesn't necessarily trust either because of a past relationship. But she is the perfect woman to help Claude through his many issues.
She hates Claude. But their feelings also spark passion.
I enjoyed tge sparky interplay between tge two. Their passion is off the charts.
This book did lag a little at times and I found myself skimming through pages.
I am voluntarily leaving an honest review.

[Terra Oenning · Rating 5 out of 5]

Omg this book was absolutely phenomenal and trust me you are going to love this book and need tissues at the end as I ugly cried. We have watched Claude and Felicia butt heads and give each other insults and attitudes to each other ,but when Claude has had enough can he dominate the woman who has gotten under skin and make her finally submit to him ? This was such a great story and bar the best book in the series by far. You will be filled with so many emotions from them that finally make your heart burst with joy. Bravo On such a powerful story and book.

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[Susanh · Rating 4 out of 5]

A good series continues

Claude has never known love, not even from his own parents. The only thing he’s ever been able to rely on is money and the power it brings. So, when he’s fought from every side by the owner and VP of a company he wants to buy, he’s surprised. He’s never seen such passion and loyalty. But what is it about the feisty VP that draws him to her?

Felicia has no problem speaking her mind. Especially to someone she feels is soulless and treacherous. She protects those that she loves and cares for. But what is it about Claude that keep wanting him to come back for more?

[Ann Bloomfield · Rating 5 out of 5]

Claude certainly didn't endear himself to anyone at Williams Shipping or Manion Construction when all he wanted to do was take over the shipping company. He and the VP Felicia were always at daggers drawn.
This is a great story following Claude who's never known love and doesn't quite know how to process all the new feelings or how to convey them and Felicia who has a job trusting Claude's motives until it becomes clear that he needs love and needs to know that love is just for him and is forever.

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[Opasan Ouprie · Rating 5 out of 5]

Book three in the series Dominant Bosses. There is no certain was you need to read this series. I like this at times. The two in this book are rivals and are enemies. He wants her company, but she won't let him have it. These two go head to head with each other. She is a very strong woman that does not back down. I love that there is a female that isnt a push over. With these two butting heads are they able to keep the fire that burns for him at bay?

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[Laura Johnston · Rating 5 out of 5]

Wow!! This series is fantastic!! Each book has you dealing with everyone from the others. So you know the reputation and character of each character. This story is about Claude and Felicia. You could almost see the sparks between these two. The way they would verbally batter each other. They didn't want to admit to the chemistry burning them. I loved it!! Kept me glued to the pages!!. A very hot , intense, relationship about learning to trust and love each other. Amazing read!! I received this are and volunteered to review it!!

[Kazza · Rating 5 out of 5]

Wow what a great read, it was well written and the characters were great. All the characters were well thought out and well balanced. Poor Claude never felt loved or cared for, and never knew how to return it the right way. Until he meets Felicia and feels things he doesn't understand. Making him do some crazy stuff along the way. I love how Claude and Felicia bounce off each other and grow as people. Claude has more to learn and half the time is emotional. Such a great book. Highly recommend.

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[Merry Jelks-Emmanuel · Rating 4 out of 5]

Claude and Felicia will have you glued to this highly charged story! They are enemies right from the start. She has the job of dealing with Claude as VP of the company. His demeanor has Felicia thinking all kinds of devious thoughts about him not to mention the sparks that he sets off. Felicia is not a woman that rolls over something that Claude discovered. There is a lot of twists and turns to this story that will keep you glued to the pages! I voluntarily agreed to receive an ARC of this book for an honest review.

[Cay Scheumack · Rating 5 out of 5]

Arch enemy, devious underhanded businessman, untrustworthy are just some of Felicia thoughts of Claude Monroe. Guess who his best friend is? Simon Stark
Sparks fly when they're around each other,emotionally and business wise. Neither understand relationships nor do they want a relationship... YET

Read this action packed, emotional, page turner book. Find out if they slit each others through or figure out how to love.

[Terry Babb · Rating 5 out of 5]

Hate to love you...
Sparks fly in this entertaining page turner & most are in hatred. Underlying the antagonism though is budding respect & a sizzling hot attraction that cannot be denied.
I engaged with the author regarding some errors, typos etc & she has indicated that she would attend to them pronto. To be honest the story captivated me so that the irritations were not that critical. I received an arc & this is my honest & voluntary review.

[Margery Baker · Rating 5 out of 5]

The sparks fly
When Claude tries to take over Williams Shipping he doesn’t anticipate the force named Felicia. As the VP she is assigned to deal with him and boy does she ever. It’s fun to “watch the sparks fly” as the two indomitable forces face off and the attraction grows. Twists, turns, and drama abound in this exciting read that will keep you glued until the last word.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.